Project Manager 1 - Data Centers/Mission Critical

Manhattan Construction Company; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Manhattan Construction Company is seeking a Project Manager to oversee overall project direction, completion and financial outcomes for assigned projects, with on-site leadership and client service focus. This role requires strong leadership, safety compliance, budget control, and effective coordination with owners, architects, and subcontractors to drive successful delivery.

The Project Manager will mentor staff, manage cost reporting, ensure QA/QC, and lead meetings to align teams, schedules,

Qualifications

• OSHA 30-hour safety certification and First Aid & CPR training.
• Effective communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• Proficient with project documentation and office software.
• Knowledge of construction project management practices.

Responsibilities

• Directs and mentors on-site staff to achieve project goals.
• Reviews and approves job cost budget updates and cash flow.
• Manages subcontractor and vendor performance and payments.
• Coordinates pre-construction meetings and subcontractor coordination.
• Ensures safety policies and building permits compliance on site.
• Drives progress reporting, scheduling updates and QC programs.

Skills

Effective communicator

Strong leadership

Time management

Organizational skills

Client service skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document control software

Schedule software

Job description

Position Summary

The Project Manager manages the overall project direction, completion and financial outcome for assigned projects. Responsible for directing and mentoring on-site staff. The position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as strong communication and client service skills.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Practices implementation of Operation Zero and all Manhattan safety policies
• All qualities/responsibilities of an Assistant Project Manager, plus: Expedites and reviews Owner Change Orders.
• Reviews & approves Job Cost Budget updates.
• Provides notice associated with subcontractor and vendor performance or quality issues.
• Prepares and submits proposed changes including analysis of Subcontractor/PO pricing. Negotiates difficult changes with Architects and Owners with SR PM/ PD guidance.
• Assists with proposal responses and procurement.
• Provide marketing/business development assistance.
• Perform constructability reviews.
• Review/approve Subcontract Drafts.
• Assists estimating in procurement and scoping Subcontract agreements.
• Chair Pre-Construction and Pre-Installation Meetings with all Subcontractors.
• Assists Division Office in job estimating/bid preparation (including take-off, preliminary pricing, scope analysis and job purchase).
• Manages completion of GC and Architect/Owner punch list.
• Manages completion of close‑out documents, record drawings, O&M manuals and warranties.
• Manages subcontractor/vendor payments.
• Accurate cost coding and quantity reporting.
• Understands field accounting procedures (drafts, timesheets, hiring practices, certified payroll).
• Implements billing process in accordance with company guidelines and contract terms.
• Establishes cash flow data.
• Ensures on‑time payment of subs and vendors.
• Ensures quantity reporting and cost coding are accurate and timely.
• Prepares monthly progress billings and updates job cost budget.
• Manages subcontractor performance.
• Maintains positive working relationships with project owners.
• Monitors construction activities for the complete project.
• Leads process of obtaining building permits.
• Strategic partner with superintendent.
• Develops and manages project team relationships.
• Sustainability/LEED: Knowledge of requirements to implement and costs.
• Meets substantial completion date and obtains certificate of occupancy and final completion certificate.
• Manages and develops subcontractor and vendor relationships.
• Assists the superintendent in the management of all subcontractors at job site (manpower, quality, schedule, etc.).
• Delegate expediting to engineering staff and oversee engineering efforts.
• Assists superintendent in determining hoisting requirements and in preparing look‑ahead schedules.
• Updates project schedule with accuracy and monthly.
• Prepares, submits, and presents the monthly PSR report.
• Develop project reporting/project status reports.
• Implements QA/QC program compliance on the job.
• Creates a quality culture on the project.
• Makes the appropriate parties accountable for quality.
• Ensures notice to proceed is in place.
• Leads the process of ensuring all insurance is obtained and in place for each project.
• Provides notice to owner to avoid risk taking on the project for liens and claims.
• Ensures that agreements, including insurance, are in place before work begins.
• Understands Hazcom guidelines, OSHA inspection procedures, and field accounting procedures (drafts, timesheets, hiring practices, certified payroll).
• Responsible for conducting themselves in accordance with our guiding principles and exhibiting attributes matching the way we work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Skills & Abilities Guidelines

• Has completed OSHA 30-hour safety certification and First Aid & CPR training and certification.
• Effective communicator.
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products.
• Proven experience in Manhattan document control and schedule software.
• Thorough understanding of the industry.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good math/accounting skills.
• Strong management skills.
• Functions effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to develop or maintain relationships with clients.
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.
• Dependability.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong decision-making/problem-solving skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or equivalent. May substitute required education degree with related experience on a one-to-one basis.
• Six years of industry experience.
• Data center project experience a plus.

Working Conditions And Physical Efforts

• Must be adaptable to all types of weather conditions and traverse and inspect all areas of a construction job site, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Ability to physically stand, bend, sit for long periods, and squat throughout the day.
• Ability to repeat the same movements.
• Ability to communicate effectively to participate fully in meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.
• Ability to compose, send, and reply to emails and written correspondence.
• Must be able to lift, pull, or move up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Travel may be required occasionally, primarily in the metropolitan area but sometimes domestically (must have a valid driver’s license).
• Exposure to characteristic construction site hazards.